2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2350 mm |
